How does earthquake appear?

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Evelyn Mejia

Social Studies

16 November, 17:23

How does earthquake appear?

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Adalynn Rogers · Answer 1

Earthquakes are usually caused when rock underground suddenly breaks along a fault. This sudden release of energy causes the seismic waves that make the ground shake. When two blocks of rock or two plates are rubbing against each other, they stick a little ... When the rocks break, the earthquake occurs.

Niko Hodge · Answer 2

Earthquakes are usually caused when rock underground suddenly breaks along a fault. This sudden release of energy causes the seismic waves that make the ground shake. When two blocks of rock or two plates are rubbing against each other, they stick a little ... When the rocks break, the earthquake occurs.